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39 Diaspora Groups Condemn China’s New Ethnic Unity Law

Thirty-nine diaspora groups condemn China’s Ethnic Unity Law, warning it could extend Beijing’s reach and suppress free expression overseas.

“NGO-LEN MEY!”: Tibetans in Dharamshala Reject China’s “Ethnic Unity” Law and Honours Pawo Lobga Rangzen

On Saturday, July 18, 2026, hundreds of Tibetans gathered in Dharamshala for a protest march against China’s newly implemented so-called “Ethnic Unity” Law and paying tribute to late Tibetan activist and  Pawo Lobga Rangzen la. The demonstration was jointly...

Lhasa Conference Signals China’s AI-Driven Tibet Narrative Push

ICT says a Lhasa conference is building an AI-backed network to promote China’s official narrative and influence global views of Tibet.

Larung Gar Faces New Demolitions, 1,060 Residences Targeted

At least 1,060 residences at Larung Gar face demolition as China expands restrictions on Tibetan Buddhist practice after its July 1 law.

Prominent Tibetan Scholar Demchok Passes Away

Reported By Palden Translated By TenGyal Distinguished Tibetologist and former professor at Qinghai Nationalities University, Demchok has passed away at the age of 86. Today, on July 17, reports emerged that the prominent Tibetology scholar and former professor at...

GATPM Joins Global Call to Protect Chinese Journalist Bai Zhaodong from Refoulement

London | 18 July 2026 | GATPM The Global Alliance for Tibet & Persecuted Minorities are proud to join 59 global NGOs, press freedom groups, and human rights organisations in endorsing this joint statement, led by Reporters Without Borders...

Religious and Political Developments in Tibet Over the Last 17 Days.

Reported By Palden Translated By Tengyal Surge in Campaigns Implementing and Publicizing “ Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress” On the July 5, a meeting was held in Lhasa, the capital of Tibet, to study, publicize, and implement...

UK Police investigate claims Chinese Embassy staff used stun batons on Tibetan protesters

London's Metropolitan Police are investigating claims that Chinese embassy security personnel used illegal stun batons to intimidate peaceful Tibetan protesters during a July 3 vigil. The incident has intensified concerns over Beijing's transnational repression and sparked fresh debate over...

Belgian lawmakers condemn China’s ethnic unity law, urges firm response from federal govt.

Tenzin Nyidon  DHARAMSHALA, July 18: Belgian lawmakers have urged the federal government to adopt a robust response to China’s newly enacted Ethnic Unity and Progressive Law, warning that the legislation could further entrench the assimilation of minority communities within...

Odisha signs MoU with Tibetan monastery to promote Buddhist heritage, cultural tourism

Tenzin Nyidon  DHARAMSHALA, July 18: The Indian state government of Odisha has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tibetan Buddhist monastery Rigon Thupten Mindrolling, popularly known as Jeerang Monastery, to develop the state into a global destination for...

Lawmakers ask Belgian gov’t to take strong position on China’s assimilation policy

(TibetanReview.net, Jul17’26) – Members of the Belgian Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee have on Jul 15 called on Brussels to take a strong stance against China’s recently adopted Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress, warning it could further institutionalise...

39 Hong Kong, Tibetan, Uyghur, Taiwanese, other groups issue joint statement condemning China’s new ethnic assimilation law

(TibetanReview.net, Jul17’26) – As China’s so-called Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress continues to be criticized around the world for its merciless intent to assimilate the country’s ethnic minorities, 39 organisations representing Hong Kong, Tibetan, Uyghur, Taiwanese and...

Famed Larung Gar Buddhist academy in eastern Tibet faces new round of demolitions

July 17, 2026 A new round of demolitions that will impact at least 1060 residences of monks and nuns has begun at Serthar Larung Five Sciences Buddhist Academy, popularly known as Larung Gar, in eastern Tibet in Serthar (Chinese:...

China’s ethnic unity law draws criticism as Tibetans rally in Taiwan

The demonstration took place two weeks after Rangzen's self-immolation and the implementation of the new legislation, as reported by Phayul.

Tibetans Honor Sigrid Joss-Arnd, Lifelong Friend of the Tibetan People, at Bern Memorial Service

Bern memorial honors Sigrid Joss-Arnd, who led Swiss Tibetan refugee relief and helped support 1,000 Tibetans resettled in Switzerland.

29 Countries Sign Up to China-Led AI Governance Body in Shanghai

By Tenzin Chokyi DHARAMSALA, 17 July: China has taken another step toward shaping global artificial intelligence governance after 29 countries signed an agreement in Shanghai on Thursday establishing the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation (WAICO), an intergovernmental body headquartered...

China Reportedly Demolishes Centuries-Old Fortress in Gyalrong

China reportedly demolished a centuries-old Tibetan fortress in Gyalrong, raising concerns over the loss of historic sites and cultural identity.

Belgian Parliament Questions Government on China’s Ethnic Unity Law and Risks of Transnational Repression

Brussels, 16 July 2026: During the final meeting of the Belgian Federal Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee before the summer recess, held on 15 July 2026, parliamentarians have called on the federal government to take a strong stance against China’s...

Home Kalon Palden Dhondup Undertakes Official Visit to Tibetan Settlements in North Sikkim and West Bengal

Gangtok, Sikkim: Kalon (Minister) Palden Dhondup of the Department of Home, Central Tibetan Administration (CTA), undertook an official visit to Tibetan settlements in North Sikkim and West Bengal from 8 to 14 July 2026 to assess the welfare and...

Over 300 Gather in Taipei to Honor Lobga Rangzen

More than 300 Tibetans and supporters gathered in Taipei to honor Lobga Rangzen and protest China’s Ethnic Unity Law at Liberty Square.

Sikyong Penpa Tsering Concludes Official Engagements in Bir and Chauntra Tibetan Settlements

Bir: Sikyong Penpa Tsering commenced his official visit to the three Tibetan settlements in Bir and Chauntra with a warm reception led by Bir Tibetan Society (BTS) Officer Karma Namgyal, Bir Nangchen Tibetan Settlement Officer Samten Choephel, and Bir...

EU paper sees China, with Russia, as challenge to its security, int’l rule-based order

(TibetanReview.net, Jul16’26) – The European Union has on Jul 13 accused China – along with Russia – of trying to “reshape the global order in line with their interests” and “fostering a return to a sphere-of-influence logic” in an...

China completes building a fifth new border defence village few km from Arunachal border

(TibetanReview.net, Jul16’26) – China said Jul 16 that it had recently completed the building of the last of five new national border defence villages in Tibet’s Metog country, located just a few kilometres from the Line of Actual Control...

ICT remembers and honors Sigrid Joss-Arnd, a lifelong friend of the Tibetan people

July 16, 2026 The International Campaign for Tibet extends its heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Ms. Sigrid Joss-Arnd, whose recent passing marks the loss of a lifelong friend of the Tibetan people who dedicated her life...

Tibetan heritage footballer Cheveyo Tsawa signs for Belgian champions Club Brugge

Tenzin Nyidon  DHARAMSHALA, July 16: In a landmark moment for Tibetan representation in international football, Swiss midfielder Cheveyo Tsawa, a rising talent of Tibetan heritage, has signed for Belgian champions Club Brugge, marking one of the most significant milestones...